Shiro (BattleMech)
Shiro | |
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Production information | |
Manufacturer | Luthien Armor Works |
Model | SH-1V |
Class | Heavy |
Technical specifications | |
Mass | 75 tons tons |
Chassis | Luthien Class 74-77 Endo Steel |
Armor | New Samarkand Teppeki Hardened |
Engine | Ford 375 XL |
Communications System | Sipher CommSys 4 with Guardian ECM Suite |
Targeting Tracking System | Neko Megane 7 |
Heat Sinks | 10 Double Heat Sinks |
Speed | 75 kph km/h |
Armament | |
BV (2.0) | 2,010[1] |
Description
Designed in the 32nd Century, the Shiro Heavy BattleMech was originally produced for the Draconis Combine's armed forces. The 'Mech was named for House Kurita's founder, Shiro Kurita, the Shiro was made to embody spirit of Bushido, the Way of the Warrior. Help it embody spirit of Bushido, its armor was designed to resemble the Japanese Samurai Armour of the ancient Japan. When it first presented to the DCMS, it was ordered only the those who are acclaimed and honor may be granted chance to pilot the Shiro.[2]
Armaments & Capacities
The Shiro principally can fight at all ranges, with 'Mech's main weaponry consisting of four Shigunga C Type LRM 10 Launchers located in its central torso. The launches using Clan technologies, allow the 'Mech to fire its missiles at all ranges with 3 tons of ammunition.
Backing up these ranged weapons is a single LB-2X Autocannon which is found in its left arm actuator. Intended to fight up front with rest of Combine frontline troops, the 'Mech right arm is fitted with a Sword which is styled similarly to naginata pole arm.
Powered by 375-rated XL Fusion Engine and balanced by XL Gyro, the 'Mech posses a modest maximum speed of 75 kph. Normally faster with such an engine, is 'Mech slowed slightly due to its 21 tons New Samarkand Teppeki Hardened Armor.[3]
Variants
- SH-2P - This is a rare variant of the Shiro, which is gifted individuals by Gunji no Kanrei Matsuhari Toranaga. The 'Mech is armored with Ballistric-Reinforced Armor instead of the Hardened. While a Clan-Tech ER PPC replaces the LB-2X Autocannon. (2.0)= 2,570[4]
Notes
Gamewise, the Shiro was created for Wizkids' MechWarrior Dark Age Collectable game as part of its Fire Power expansion set.
The Shiro has the following Design Quirks: